Ithaca College

The Center for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Social Change (IDEAS) has extended the application process for 2 scholarships available for students of color for the 2020-2021 academic year; we encourage you to apply!

• The Rashad G. Richardson “I Can Achieve” Memorial Scholarship ($3,000.00) is intended to recognize a high-achieving, student of color at Ithaca College.  The ideal candidate will have made significant contributions toward improving the quality of life for PoC youth in the Tompkins County community.  

•  The African-Latino Society (ALS) Memorial Scholarship ($1,200.00) is awarded to a student of color at Ithaca College who has made significant contributions to Ithaca College campus.  This scholarship aims to honor a student who has worked to influence and promote the academic, political, social, economic, and cultural welfare of students of color at IC and the greater Ithaca community. 

Click HERE to apply. Submissions should be received before Tuesday, April 7, 2020, 12:00pm. Applicants should identify as a person of color and be prepared to share their leadership and civic engagement experiences. 

Only students returning for the 2020-2021 academic year as full-time undergraduate students are eligible. Any questions about financial aid packaging should be directed to the Office of Student Financial Services.

All additional questions, concerns, and comments should be directed to RahK Lash in the Center for IDEAS at rlash@ithaca.edu, We look forward to reviewing your submissions!

-The Center for IDEAS Team